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Beekeepers in their farm in Southern Province. Rwanda joined the world to mark World Bee Day on May 20. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza

Beekeepers warn of decline in food production as bees face threats

Monday, May 20, 2024

The Rwandan government on Saturday, May 18, said a Human Rights Watch (HRW) representative was denied entry into its territory after misrepresenting the purpose of her visit. Internet

Rwanda clarifies denial of entry to HRW representative

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Brig Gen Patrick Karuretwa, the head of RDF’s international military cooperation department, and Brig Gen Fabien Kuzniak, the head of the French military’s southern bilateral cooperation department, exchange documents, in Paris, on May 16. Their respective delegations agreed on a new roadmap that will guide bilateral cooperation between the two nations until 2025.

Rwanda, France agree on new defence cooperation roadmap

Friday, May 17, 2024

A pitch at Kigali Universe Complex. The $1.5 million project is set to be inaugurated on Saturday, May 18. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Kigali: 8 places to go this weekend

Friday, May 17, 2024

Wooden boats seen transporting people and merchandise in Karongi District

Police bothered by risk posed by substandard boats on Lake Kivu

Friday, May 17, 2024

The aerial view of the ongoing construction activities of some infrastructure at Gabiro Agribusiness Hub in Nyagatare District. File

Why Rwanda plans to set up tech to monitor land use

Thursday, May 16, 2024

A mining site where illegal mining activities was conducted. According to a new bill in Parliament, landowners who allow people without licenses to carry out mining activities on their land risk punishment. File

Govt mulls punishment for landowners who permit illegal mining activities

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

A view of SP Rusororo Fuel Depot in Gasabo District Rwanda says it has designated a total of 80 hectares of land to rally the private sector investments into constructing bulk petroleum storage facilities. File

Rwanda banks on commercial storage to shore up fuel capacity

Monday, May 13, 2024

A view of Burundi's closed border at Nemba one stop border post. Rwandan government has refuted accusations from Burundi linking it to involvement in the grenade attacks. Mugwiza

Rwanda dismisses Burundi's accusations of involvement in grenade attacks

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Vincent Biruta and Ambassador of the European Union, Belén Calvo Uyarra as the delegation of the European Union (EU) to Rwanda celebrated Europe Day on May 9

Europe Day: Rwanda, EU reflect on partnership, forging stronger bonds

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Seven private companies including The New Times were certified with a gold seal – the highest certificate offered in Rwanda – for their outstanding achievements in promoting gender accountability and creating gender-responsive work environments. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Private sector takes lead in championing gender equality in workplace

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Members of parliament during a plenary sitting. Courtesy

Key proposed changes in CHENO’s management, mandate

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Nadine Umutoni Gatsinzi; Chief Gender Monitor. File

Govt to certify more institutions for gender equality

Thursday, May 09, 2024

Inside Gakenke based pig abattoir. With the demand for pork set to rise, Rwanda is building more pig abattoirs countrywide. Courtesy

Why govt is constructing pig abattoirs countrywide

Thursday, May 09, 2024

Since December 2023 after the government waived fees through an awareness campaign over 324,000 land parcels have been registered in all districts, between December 2023 and now. File

Over 300,000 plots of land registered following fee waiver

Wednesday, May 08, 2024

Some of the 45 Merinos ewes and 5 rams that were imported from Kenya to improve the genetic quality of the local sheep population. They are bred in Gishwati.

Nyabihu's sheep market sees high demand from Congolese buyers

Wednesday, May 08, 2024

BasiGo and AC Mobility aim to deliver 200 electric buses to bus operators in the country by the end of 2024. Courtesy

Why Rwanda is attracting increased investments

Tuesday, May 07, 2024

Auditor General Alexis Kamuhire presents the 2022-23 annual report to both chambers of Parliament, on Wednesday, April 24. Photo Courtesy.

Key findings in 2022-2023 Auditor General’s report

Monday, May 06, 2024

Mugunga displacement site near Goma, eastern DR Congo. © UNHCR/Blaise Sanyila

Rwanda dismisses reports on camp bombing in DR Congo

Sunday, May 05, 2024

RNP testing and licensing department has announced the official commencement of e-driving tests, the ‘Driving eTesting System,’ starting Monday, May 6. Christianne Murengerantwari

E-driving tests set to start: What you need to know

Saturday, May 04, 2024